![]() To us it looks sort of retro-contemporary. Mitsubishi calls it “geo-mechanical,” a term used for the original SST design concept shown at the 1998 Detroit auto show. Some have described the exterior design as sleek, slippery, cutting edge. ![]() The front bumper, front and rear light clusters, and alloy wheels on the GS, GT, and GTS are new. Mitsubishi Eclipse has been mildly re-styled for 2003. Leather trim is optional for the Coupe GS and GT ($1780) and Spyder GS and GT ($600). GS and GT coupe buyers who want just a little sunshine can opt for a power sunroof, packaged with the 210-watt stereo and steering-wheel audio controls ($1170). On GTS, the automatic ($1290) comes with Sportronic and traction control. On GS and GT the automatic ($1000) Sportronic manual override. A four-speed automatic is optional for RS ($800). GTS also gets a slightly more powerful V6 that benefits from variable induction and higher compression pistons.Ī five-speed manual transmission is standard in all models. GTS adds ABS, side-impact airbags, 12-way adjustable leather seats, a six-disc CD changer and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls. Integrated fog lights, chrome exhaust tips and color-keyed ground effects add image to the GT’s performance image. GT coupe and Spyder both use aggressive 17-inch tires, an upgraded suspension and four-wheel-disc brakes to help keep the increased power on the pavement. ![]() The GT Spyder uses essentially the same engine, but with higher-compression pistons and Mitsubishi’s new Variable Induction Management (MVIM) system bumping output to 210 horses and emissions down to the Ultra Low (ULEV) range. The GT coupe comes with a 24-valve V6 that delivers 200 horsepower and 205 pounds-feet of torque. GT steps up to a substantially higher level of performance. The GS Spyder is equipped even better than the coupe, with a 210-watt stereo and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls. ![]() GS comes with a higher level of equipment, including 16-inch alloy wheels with 205/55HR16 tires for more grip, a rear stabilizer bar for sportier handling (less understeer), fog lamps, power mirrors, cruise control, remote keyless entry, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, lumbar support added to all those seat adjustments, a rear spoiler, and a split folding rear seat. The RS is the entry-level Eclipse, but it comes with a plethora of features that make it attractive: 15-inch alloy wheels, power windows and locks, multi-adjustable front seats, folding rear seat, an interior air filtration system and a 140-watt AM/FM/CD stereo. RS and GS models come with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 147 horsepower and 158 pounds-feet of torque. The convertible, which Mitsubishi calls the Spyder, comes in GS ($23,917), GT ($25,997), and GTS ($28,367) trim. Mitsubishi builds the Eclipse as a sleek hatchback coupe or as a two-door convertible. This is one of the most reasonably priced sporty cars on the market. The ride is smooth and comfortable, but doesn’t isolate the driver.Įclipse does all this for a compelling price and that’s why it’s so popular. The Eclipse is agile, quick and goes where you point it. The GT and GTS models back up this statement with a superbly smooth and powerful V6 engine. Their styling is bold and distinctive, suggesting a supercar, like a Ferrari. Eclipse comes in coupe and Spyder body styles, the latter with a soft convertible top. Mitsubishi says the Eclipse symbolizes what the brand is all about: style, fun, performance, and value.
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